Main communication types in this class
Writing about data (words)
Visualizing data (pictures)
Stat 365: Statistical Communication
Today we will…
Introduction to the course
Writing about data
Review Syllabus
Tips for success
I am a
lady
I’m doing the best I can when I talk about issues of race, class, gender, and other sensitive topics. But you should always feel free to call me out (publicly or privately)
The Census
Pew Research surveys
Science!
…and of course, many more
Health information about you at the doctor
Emails
Location information from social media posts
…and more!
Writing about data (words)
Visualizing data (pictures)
Chan, J. K., Trinder, J., Andrewes, H. E., Colrain, I. M., & Nicholas, C. L. (2013). The acute effects of alcohol on sleep architecture in late adolescence. Alcoholism: Clinical and Experimental Research, 37(10), 1720-1728.1
California Knew the Carr Wildfire Could Happen. It Failed to Prevent it.1
Keith Schneider ProPublica December 18, 2018
The Unlikely Odds of Making it Big on TikTok1
Matt Daniels, The Pudding July 2022
Voice Dream Reader App
Keep track of important deadlines
Ask when clarification is needed
Be creative!
Grade contract (Canvas Quiz Submission)
Read
Review final technical report project outline & instructions (start brainstorming!)